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Guys, I need some input/opinions here. On my E36 M3 I want a new set of wheels, should I get a set of offsets or not. My current OEM wheels are offset, and I like it. I want to move to a bigger size wheel, maybe a 18 or 19. What do you guys think, is an offset set better or no real difference.

Think about it logically. The power goes to the back wheels, so by adding more rubber in the back, you get more grip, which equals better accelleration. The only downside to it is that you can't rotate your tires and you will, depending on your driving habits, be replacing rear tires more often than fronts.

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Think about it logically. The power goes to the back wheels, so by adding more rubber in the back, you get more grip, which equals better accelleration. The only downside to it is that you can't rotate your tires and you will, depending on your driving habits, be replacing rear tires more often than fronts.

Staggered tires also affect handling - specifically under/over steer. By putting more rubber at the back, you reduce over-steer / induce under-steer at the limit. It also affects slip angle, so even the feel of the car, before actually skidding, will be affected.

The factory likes understeer - and one way to dail it out is to change from staggered to equal width.